Our Mission

To improve the effectiveness of policies and systems
addressing the prevention and reduction of crime and delinquency.

Our Values

• The public must be an informed and active participant in developing crime prevention and reduction policies.
  
  
• Prevention programs reduce the social and human costs associated with crime.
  
  
• Everyone is entitled to equal access to and equal treatment by the human services and justice systems.
   

Our Strategic Approaches

• Shape public policy through data-driven advocacy.
  
  
• Educate service providers, policymakers, and justice officials.
  
  
• Implement and evaluate model programs and strategies.